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Jamie Buffa

Tampa,FL

Summary

Eager and reliable Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner with 6 years of nursing experience. I excel in collaborating within a team while swiftly adapting to new environments, employing strong multitasking abilities even in high-pressure situations. My focus remains on providing compassionate care to diverse patient populations while prioritizing the development of trusting relationships with both patients and their loved ones. I thrive on open communication and empathy, fostering an environment where patients feel valued and supported. Driven by a dedication to continual learning and personal development, I aspire to deliver top-tier, patient-centered care while upholding the highest standards of clinical excellence.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

APRN STUDENT CLINICAL PRACTICUM

USF


Primary Care: 360 hours

The Health Associates of Tampa, 01/23 - 07/23

Under Direct Supervision of Dr. Ambrose Chazhikattu


Infectious Disease & Wound Care: 90 hours

Florida Medical Clinic, 08/23 - 09/23

Under Direct Supervision of Julie Asbell, APRN


Primary Care: 95 hours

Tampa Bay Med, 08/23 - 12/23

Under Direct Supervision of Dr. Benjamin Abinales



Registered Nurse

St. Joseph's Hospital
05.2021 - Current
  • Charge nurse who oversees a 24 bed advanced heart failure/ cardiac step-down unit
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Registered Nurse

Tampa General Hospital
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

Registered Nurse | Neuro

Morton Plant Hospital
03.2018 - 07.2019
  • Treated patients with acute strokes, head traumas, seizures and hemorrhages
  • Enhanced patient care by consistently monitoring neuro patients and promptly addressing any changes in condition
  • Efficiently prioritized tasks during high-stress situations, maintaining a calm demeanor while providing exceptional patient care under challenging conditions

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of South Florida
Tampa
05.2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

St. Petersburg College
Clearwater
12.2017

Skills

  • EMR: Cerner, Epic, Elation, eClinicalWorks
  • Health promotion
  • Critical thinking
  • Chronic disease management
  • Medication management
  • Disease prevention strategies
  • EKG and laboratory interpretation
  • Basic wound care
  • Time management
  • Patient safety and education
  • Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, teams

Affiliations

  • Member, American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Certification

  • FL APRN license #11031014
  • FL RN license #9479325
  • ACLS & BLS, American Heart Association
  • NIHSS

Timeline

Registered Nurse

St. Joseph's Hospital
05.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse

Tampa General Hospital
07.2019 - 08.2021

Registered Nurse | Neuro

Morton Plant Hospital
03.2018 - 07.2019

APRN STUDENT CLINICAL PRACTICUM

USF

Master of Science - Nursing

University of South Florida

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of South Florida

Associate of Science - Nursing

St. Petersburg College
Jamie Buffa